The goal of the primary assessment is to?

The primary assessment's main objective is to identify and treat any life-threatening conditions that a patient may be experiencing. During this critical first step, responders quickly evaluate the patient's airway, breathing, and circulation to ensure these vital functions are intact. Any immediate threats to life must be addressed before moving on to more detailed assessments or interventions.

This process is essential because it prioritizes the patient's most urgent needs, allowing first responders to take actions like providing oxygen, performing CPR, or controlling severe bleeding as needed. By focusing on life threats first, responders can stabilize patients and improve their chances of survival before further assessment or treatment takes place.